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Book Sales to Benefit Local Libraries in Harrisburg and West Shore

Great sales to support your local library

January 27, 2023

Looking for some new books at amazing prices while also supporting local libraries? Check out these great book sales coming up in the next few months!



The Friends of Simpson Library 2023 Book Sales

On Sunday, all the books you can fit in a level bag are only $10.00! Some restrictions apply. Paper bags supplied by the Friends of the Library. The Book Sale will be at our new location at the former Agway building on 45 West Allen Street, Mechanicsburg

February Book Sale: February 10 - 12, 2023

  • Members Preview: Friday, February 10, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
  • Book Sale: Saturday, February 11, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Bag Sale: Sunday, February 12, 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Spring Book Sale: April 21 - 23, 2023

  • Members Preview: Friday, April 21, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
  • Book Sale: Saturday, April 22, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Bag Sale: Sunday, April 23, 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Summer Book Sale: August 11 - 13, 2023

  • Members Preview: Friday, August 11, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
  • Book Sale: Saturday, August 12, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Bag Sale: Sunday, August 13, 1:00 - 3:00 pm

October Book Sale: October 20 - 22, 2023

  • Members Preview: Friday, October 20, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
  • Book Sale: Saturday, October 21, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Bag Sale: Sunday, October 22, 1:00 - 3:00 pm


Mini Book Sale at Simpson Library EVERY DAY!
Did you know? Books are available for purchase at the Joseph T. Simpson Public Library at 16 North Walnut Street every hour that the library is open! On the Upper Level you can purchase books for adults and teens. On the Lower Level, we have a collection of children's books available for purchase. Be sure to check out the Mini Book Sale frequently as the shelves are restocked on a weekly basis.



Book & Media Sales
Look for Ed and the Friends of the Library's Hooked on Books used book and media sale on the ground floor of the East Pennsboro Township Municipal Building. From 9 am until 3 pm every Tuesday and Thursday and third Fridays, hundreds of gently used books and media at great prices fill the rooms and the hallway! All proceeds benefit East Pennsboro Branch Library.



Mini-Book Sale January 23 - 29
The Friends of Fredricksen will be hosting mini-book sales throughout the year focusing on different themed books. The January sale will feature Self Help & Wellness/Cookbooks. All books will be $2.00 and the sale will take place during the library's open hours upstairs near the Circulation Desk.



Friends of the New Cumberland Library Book Sales
The Friends of the Library host bi-monthly Used Book and Media Sales to benefit the Library. Sales are held on the first and third Saturday of every month from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Foundation House. Foundation House is located at the corner of 9th & Sharon Streets at the northwest corner of the Library's parking lot. 

Next sales: February 4th, February 18th